Principal Mechanical Engineer, Water Sector
Core
Lead mechanical engineering design and delivery for multi-billion-pound water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Water Sector)
Builds
Water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, and non-infrastructure schemes for major UK water utilities.
Domain
Water infrastructure and wastewater engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pump station design, piping design, valve selection, hydraulics, engineering report review, design drawing approval, technical specification creation, site survey management, P&ID production, multi-disciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status (IMechE), experience with MEICA solutions, global project collaboration
Technologies
P&ID software, hydraulic modeling tools, design drawing platforms
Responsibilities
Develop feasibility studies, outline and detailed designs, and provide construction support; Create design drawings, select mechanical plant, and prepare technical specifications; Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables; Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients, contractors, and suppliers; Design mechanical installations including pumps, screens, valves, and odour control; Produce layouts, datasheets, and P&IDs.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic delivery responsibility